Acne Treatment

Scrubbing your facial skin with gritty exfoliants and loofahs can irritate your skin and inflame the pimples you already have, making your problem worse instead of better. Instead of reaching for a scrubber, massage your facial cleanser into your skin... More

Scrubbing your skin will not necessarily unclog pores. Clogged pore form when dead skin cells become sticky obstructing the opening of the hair follicle or pore. Oil glands secrete an oily substance called sebum into the hair follicle. When the follicle... More

Clogged pores are not from excess dirt so no amount of scrubbing will help them 'unclog'. Pores look larger and darker from the build up of sticky skin cells and thick oil. The best remedy is regular use of a retinoid or salicylic acid product. These... More

Extraction of blackheads is a commonly conducted procedure for dermatologists. It is essentially safe when performed by a professional, but should not be done by those who haven't been trained. Improper extraction can result in infection. More

Extractions of active acne (whether it is the pustule type we call a pimple or a comedone, which we refer to as a blackhead) are tricky and unnecessary and can be unsafe too. Although extractions seem to miraculously (and sometimes painfully) take away... More

Vitamin A 2,000-4,000 units/day helps dry the skin. (Caution: Higher doses should only be used with the guidance of a health practitioner as over 4,000 units a day can be bad for bone development, over 8,000 units a day can cause birth defects, and... More

For a quick fix, use a clay mask such as Queen Helene use a clay mask such as Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask or other health food store brand (because the other ingredients are likely to be cleaner). Clay clears pimples by drawing stuff out from under the... More

Most acne can be controlled with over-the-counter preparations, such as salicylic acid (which reduces the stickiness of skin cells and benzoyl peroxide (which kills bacteria responsible for pimples) and topical prescription medications including... More

Acne treatments work by reducing oil production, speeding up skin cell turnover, fighting bacterial infection or doing all three. Start by washing problem areas with a gentle cleanser and warm water two to three times a day. Avoid over-washing as... More

The treatment of acne usually depends on the extent of the skin disease. Acne may be mild, moderate, or severe based on the type of acne and the number of comedones, papules, and nodules. With treatment, such as medicine and good hygiene, complications... More

Treatment for acne scars depends on whether the scars are raised or depressed. For depressed acne scars, treatments can include acne scar surgery, laser skin resurfacing, fillers, chemical peels, dermabrasion, and microdermabrasion. Treatments for raised... More

Dermatologist Dr. Heidi Waldorf explains how acne scars are typically treated. Watch Dr. Waldorf's video for tips and information on cosmetic dermatology and skin health. More

There are 2 main techniques for treating acne scars:  Fractionated Lasers such as the Fraxel, are extremely effective for treating acne scars. It treats a “fraction” of the skin by creating thousands of tiny perforations, whilst leaving... More

While Dove® believes that all women are beautiful in their own way, if you are considering a cosmetic procedure or treatment, you should consult a dermatologist about which one is right for you. Radiofrequency devices treat acne scars with... More